Baseball lovers, the time is upon us. The College World Series of Omaha is gearing up for 2017! Opening Celebration Day will be held on Friday, June 16th. Free and open to the public, activities begin at 9:10 a.m. (CDT) with team practices followed by team autograph sessions. The CWS Fan Fest will provide family-friendly entertainment, including NCAA-sport interactive games, photo opportunities, prizes and more. Evening activities kick off with a parade of the eight teams competing, followed by singer-songwriter Aloe Blacc’s headline performance and wrapping up with a stellar fireworks grand finale.

NCAA Ruling Prevents Marcus Lattimore From Paid South Carolina Staff Position By Burt Carey The NCAA’s recent decision to ban the use of football camps as potential recruiting opportunities pushed former South Carolina running back Marcus Lattimore to choose between working with youth through his foundation or taking a paid position on Will Muschamp’s staff […]

NCAA Men’s Final Four Promises Excitement to the Last Buzzer By Burt Carey They keep calling it March Madness, but this year’ NCAA Division 1 Men’s Final Four matchups will be held in April. No matter. The winner takes home the national basketball championship trophy after a weekend that promises to be as exciting […]

Sports Check-In: The Believable, Debatable & Odd by Amy Lignor As always when it comes to the crazy sports world—which is much like having your whole family over at Easter and at least one of them getting so drunk they think the “bunny” is really dropping those colored eggs in the backyard—there are […]

The NCAA Offers Memorable Battles for 2014 ~Amy Lignor Okay…not debatable, this is one NCAA season that most everyone will remember. There have been surprises, chokes, major upsets and eye-rolling, from the Sweet 16 to the Elite 8. And March Madness has definitely been ‘mad.’ One of the biggest upsets actually came on the […]

The outdoor enthusiast finally has a rugged, waterproof option when it comes to high-quality stereo sound. With built-in Bluetooth audio streaming, AM/FM radio and USB audio playback, STEREOACTIVE is packed with features. Engineered in New Zealand, the new compact system is designed for the challenges of life on the water or exposure to the elements and tuned to deliver crystal clear audio that enhances any activity. Featuring the unique Puck mount system, users can easily and securely attach the stereo to any surface, such as an RV exterior, cooler, outdoor cooking space, paddleboard, kayak, canoe, boat or even hot tub. To keep valuables safe from the elements, FUSION has also offered the ACTIVESAFE which, when combined with STEREOACTIVE, will securely house any smartphone, vehicle keys, bank cards, or loose change.

Virtually every angler on the water these days is well aware that boat docks hold bass throughout the year. However, not all anglers approach dock fishing with the correct tackle and strategy to make the most of their time on the water. Fine-tuning your approach by reaching all fish-holding zones and identifying patterns can definitely lead to higher catch rates and bigger fish. Read More…
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Live bait rigged to stay on or near the surface is enticing as well. Predators push bait to the top during an attack, so a nervous morsel suspended under a kite, balloon or cork is always easy pickings. Baits hooked through the nose, or dorsal fin will stay near the surface whereas those hooked in the stomach or lower tail tend to swim downward. Trolled baits and lures serve the same purpose. The combination of splashing and bubbles, often in conjunction with teasers, help draw the game fish into the surface strike zone Read More…